Average scrap price for Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)

Market baseline. Local prices last verified on 10/5/2026.
$157/ ton−$90 (44.4%)
Use this as a baseline for negotiations. Always call local yards to confirm their rate for your load size.GT = Gross Ton (2240 lbs)
Avg: $157
Lowest price ⓘ$112
Highest price$112Who pays the most? ⟶

National high for this grade: $224 / ton.

How to read scrap yard offers Wisconsin

The min/max range reflects a blended index (local + national data). Your local high may be lower.

  • Low (around $112): Floor price, typically for small loads.
  • Mid ($157): A fair deal for standard quantities.
  • High ($112+): Top-dollar rate. Offered for large commercial loads or by the most competitive buyers.
52-week price range
Over the past year, prices ranged from $112 to $291.
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Market snapshot
Stable market. Prices have held steady over the past 6 months.
Pricing verified from 2 live board rates in this area.

Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) price reference for Wisconsin

Scrap yards in Wisconsin don't always update their prices in real time. To give you a reliable current value, we use the U.S. national average ($179 / ton). The secondary metals market tracks exchange moves consistently across the country. Use this national figure as your benchmark when negotiating with local yards. Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) prices across the U.S. →

Where to sell Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) in Wisconsin

These are scrap yards in Wisconsin that recently updated Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) prices in our database. Call them to lock in a quote. If your city isn't listed, use the National Index above as a bargaining reference with your nearest buyer.

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Johnny Junk

Listed as: Unprepared Iron
2201 Badgerland Dr, Howard, WI 54303 Plan route
$112/ ton

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Compare Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) prices with other Steel & Iron (Ferrous) grades

See the exact price difference between Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) and similar grades like Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) or #1 Prepared Steel (HMS). Compare the figures below — they use / ton so they line up with the headline average.

Current price Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)
Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) Based on 2 scrap yards
Avg price:$157 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Plate & Structural Steel (P&S) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$282 / ton
Mix it with Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)?They'll pay $157 / ton for all of it
Loss if not sorted:-$125 / ton
Trend for 30 days: +6.9%
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#1 Prepared Steel (HMS) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$224 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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#2 Prepared Steel Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$218 / ton
Trend for 30 days: -6.1%
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Automotive Cast Iron (Rotors/Drums) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$179 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Tin (Sheet Metal) Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$175 / ton
Trend for 30 days: +9.2%
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Cast Iron (Heavy) Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$134 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: 0.0%
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Wire Fence Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Light Iron & Shredder Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 30 days: 0.0%
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Steel Turnings Estimated U.S. prices
Avg price:$112 / ton
Trend for 6 mo.: 0.0%
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Rebar Based on 1 scrap yard
Avg price:$45 / ton
Trend for 90 days: 0.0%
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Price trend: Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) at local scrap yards

This chart shows the historical price trend for Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) at local scrap yards only — no exchange overlay for this material. When the line trends up, yards are raising prices and it may be worth waiting a few days. When it turns down, sell quickly before yards lower their offers.

Daily price history for Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear)

The table below shows the daily price history for Unprepared Steel (Torch & Shear) at local scrap yards. For each day we display the average payout, the change from the previous day, and the full market range (low and high). This lets you spot the direction of the market over recent days — whether prices are climbing, falling, or holding steady. Review several consecutive days of data before making a trip, and always confirm today’s rate directly with the yards listed on this page.

DateAvg price (/ ton)ChangeRange (Low/High)
$112 / ton−$90$112 – $112
6/4/2026 $202 / ton−$45$179 – $224
5/18/2026 $246 / ton+$45$246 – $246
5/15/2026 $202 / ton−$90$202 – $202
5/14/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
5/13/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
5/12/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
5/11/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
5/10/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
5/9/2026 $291 / ton+$22$291 – $291
5/6/2026 $269 / ton— no change$269 – $269
5/5/2026 $269 / ton−$22$269 – $269
5/4/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
5/3/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
5/2/2026 $291 / ton+$22$291 – $291
5/1/2026 $269 / ton−$22$269 – $269
4/30/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/27/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/26/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/25/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/23/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/22/2026 $291 / ton— no change$269 – $291
4/21/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/20/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/19/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/18/2026 $291 / ton— no change$269 – $291
4/17/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/16/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/15/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/14/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/13/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/12/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/11/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/10/2026 $291 / ton— no change$269 – $291
4/9/2026 $291 / ton— no change$269 – $291
4/8/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/7/2026 $291 / ton— no change$269 – $291
4/6/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/5/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/4/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/3/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/2/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
4/1/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
3/31/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
3/30/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
3/29/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
3/28/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
3/27/2026 $291 / ton— no change$291 – $291
2/17/2026 $291 / ton+$45$269 – $291
12/19/2025 $246 / ton+$22$246 – $246
10/6/2025 $224 / ton— no change$202 – $224
9/14/2025 $224 / ton−$22$224 – $224
5/13/2025 $246 / ton−$22$246 – $246
4/26/2025 $269 / ton−$45$269 – $269
3/24/2025 $314 / ton— no change$314 – $314
3/17/2025 $314 / ton+$67$314 – $314
1/23/2025 $246 / ton+$45$246 – $246
12/11/2024 $202 / ton−$67$202 – $202
11/3/2024 $269 / ton+$22$269 – $269
9/8/2024 $246 / ton−$22$246 – $246